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In the backstage corridor.

Sister Chen from Starlight Entertainment took the lead, her high heels clicking loudly on the floor, exuding a fierce aura.

She was followed by several brokerage directors from top companies, all with dark faces, looking like they were there to interrogate her.

"Director Wang."

Sister Chen walked up to Wang Tao and asked, "Was there a 'mishap' with the stage lighting for Wei Zhe just now?"

Wang Tao quickly put on a professional fake smile: "President Chen, what kind of talk is that? The technical team followed the procedures strictly tonight."

"Follow the procedure?"

Sister Chen sneered, pressing her aggressively, "The spotlight in the chorus was a full half-beat late, and you're telling me this is normal procedure?"

The director of Tianhe Media, who was standing nearby, chimed in sarcastically:

"Yes, and it also has a radio."

"Our artist is known for his powerful live vocals, so why did his voice sound so weak in today's broadcast?"

While these people were verbally criticizing the lighting and sound recording, their eyes were sharp as knives, constantly glancing towards Cai Kun's lounge.

Wang Tao knew exactly what was going on.

Equipment problems? That's all just an excuse!

What truly broke their defenses was the overwhelming popularity of Cai Kun.

The debut spots that several capital firms had already divided up were suddenly disrupted by this newcomer who came out of nowhere.

In the past, Wang Tao would have just accepted it, rigged the votes backstage, and everyone would be happy, so the show could end smoothly.

But today, he wouldn't dare even if he had ten times the courage!

The image of Fang Yu's casual warning before leaving flashed through Wang Tao's mind instantly:

"Director Wang, my junior's stage performance must be worthy of my song."

What's worse, Fang Yu just posted a Weibo post with a picture!

This guy is currently enjoying a beer and crayfish while watching the live stream on his screen!

Wang Tao knew very well that if he were to vote against Cai Kun at this time, Fang Yu would definitely dare to launch an attack online.

When that happens, nobody will have an easy time.

Wang Tao took a deep breath and braced himself to practice Tai Chi:

"Gentlemen, please calm down."

"Live streaming inevitably has some minor flaws."

"I will definitely deal with the technical team seriously later."

Sister Chen wasn't buying it at all, and lowered her voice:

"Director Wang, let's not beat around the bush."

"We reached an agreement beforehand regarding the top debut spots."

"Now that Cai Kun has suddenly appeared, the data is rising abnormally. Shouldn't the voting process be slightly adjusted?"

The true intentions have been revealed!

Wang Tao wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, took half a step forward, and lowered his voice with a pained expression:

"Mr. Chen, it's not that I don't want to help, it's just that the situation today doesn't allow it."

"Look at the current ratings, they've already broken 3, and tens of millions of eyes are watching online."

Wang Tao spread his hands, his face full of helplessness:

"You all know Fang Yu's temper; he's a living devil."

"He wrote this song again today. If we dare to tamper with the votes now, Fang Yu will be the first to flip the table before netizens even find out!"

"If public opinion turns against you, the show will be doomed, and all the artists you've worked so hard to promote will get criticized too!"

"There's really no need to sacrifice the entire show just for a debut spot."

The corridor fell silent.

The brokerage directors exchanged glances, their expressions not looking too good.

They were extremely unwilling, but what Wang Tao said was true.

With top-tier popularity, official endorsement, and terrifying creative talent, Fang Yu is no longer a pushover that capital can easily manipulate!

Seeing that the group was stunned, Wang Tao immediately pressed his advantage, turning to the assistant director and yelling:

"Xiao Li! Go and notify the technical team!"

"All voting data tonight will be absolutely open and transparent! Switch directly to the big screen at the venue and have it displayed in real time!"

The assistant director understood immediately, loudly agreed, and ran off.

Sister Chen almost ground her back teeth to powder.

She knew that today's underhanded operation was completely hopeless.

She could only glare hatefully at Cai Kun's dressing room before storming off in high heels with her entourage.

Watching the dejected figures of these capital tycoons, Wang Tao finally breathed a sigh of relief.

He reached up and wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, feeling that the back of his shirt was soaked.

……

Apartment in Chaoyang District, Beijing.

Liu Yifei stared at the TV screen and couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

"Fang Yu, look! Cai Kun's votes are rising so fast!"

On the screen, the number of blue votes representing Cai Kun is rising rapidly.

It quickly surpassed Wei Zhe, who was in second place.

And the gap is widening.

Fang Yu leaned back on the corner of the sofa, seemingly calm and composed.

But the barely suppressed smile on his lips completely betrayed his feelings.

"It'll have to do."

He picked up his beer and took a sip.

"You didn't embarrass me."

Liu Yifei glanced at him sideways:

"Your mouth is practically stretched to your ears, are you still pretending?"

"Is there?"

Fang Yu raised his hand and touched the corner of his mouth.

"My mouth is twitching from the spiciness of the crayfish."

Liu Yifei returned his gaze with a stunningly beautiful eye roll.

An hour later, the final showdown came to an end.

The host walked to the center of the stage with cue cards in hand.

The lights on set gradually dimmed, leaving only a spotlight shining on him.

"Now, the exciting moment has arrived!"

"In the final of 'Idol New Generation,' the contestant who ultimately won first place and successfully debuted as the center is—"

The host deliberately dragged out his voice.

Everyone present was on tenterhooks.

The next second, he suddenly raised his hand.

"Cai Kun!"

Let's congratulate him!

boom!

Golden ribbons rained down from above the stage.

Cai Kun's name was projected onto the huge main screen.

The entire stadium erupted in deafening cheers.

Cai Kun stood in the center of the stage, seemingly frozen in place.

He froze for a few seconds, his eyes gradually reddening.

He then bowed deeply to the camera.

When I looked up again, tears were already streaming down my face.

Thank you everyone.

The boy's voice trembled, yet it revealed a resolute determination born from clenched teeth:

"Thank you to all the fans who voted for me."

"But tonight, there's one person I want to thank the most."

The scene gradually quieted down.

Cai Kun stared intently at the red dot on the main computer screen directly opposite him, his eyes clear yet burning with passion:

"Without him, I wouldn't be who I am today."

He spoke each word clearly and deliberately, his voice resounding throughout the hall:

"That person is my senior brother, Fang Yu!"

in the apartment.

Fang Yu had just finished peeling a shrimp when his hand froze in mid-air.

Liu Yifei also turned her head, looking at him with a smile in her eyes.

On the screen, Cai Kun raised his sleeve and wiped away his tears, then suddenly smiled, revealing a set of white teeth:

"He told me that making excuses all over the world is useless."

"If you want to shut people up, you have to crush them on stage!"

"Brother Yu, I didn't let you down, I did it!"

The live stream chat was instantly flooded with comments.

[Ahhh, I'm crying! This newbie pulled off a complete comeback from behind!]

[Thank you, Brother Yu! Thank you, Brother Yu, for helping our Chicken Bro out!]

[Yu Ge is awesome! The song "Lover" is simply a stroke of genius!]

From this day forward, anyone who dares to slander Fang Yu will be met with the first arrival on the battlefield, swords drawn!